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FIRST UNIVERSITY CLEAN ENERGY ALLIANCE CONFERENCE APRIL 23

Gov. Ted Strickland will address research leadership from Ohio State and 14 other Ohio universities at the inaugural University Clean Energy Alliance of Ohio conference at 9:30 a.m. Monday (4/23) at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Strickland will discuss the importance of research and development of clean energy alternatives to the state. Following the governor’s remarks, university presidents and vice presidents of research will sign a memorandum of understanding to work collectively to study advanced alternative energy solutions. Read More >

OSU BIKE PATH CLOSED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION

The 1.5-mile Ohio State portion of the 12.75-mile Olentangy River Greenway bike path will be closed for the rest of spring quarter between Drake Union and King Avenue because of construction on the university’s electrical substation. Pedestrians and bicyclists are urged to recognize posted signage - this area is an extreme safety hazard due to heavy machinery and high voltage wires. Temporary safety fences have been installed for added safety. In addition to caution signs, alternate route maps have been posted. View the suggested alternate route online.

MOBILE TEACHING AND LEARNING IN ACTION LECTURE TODAY

Arlene Krebs, founder and director of the Wireless Education and Technology Center at California State University, Monterey Bay, will discuss Mobile Teaching and Learning in Action from 1:30-3 p.m. today (4/20) in 100 Mendenhall Lab. The free public presentation is hosted by Technology Enhanced Learning and Research and the Digital Union. Krebs' talk will draw upon WeTEC's work across the curriculum to illustrate how the center deploys mobile technologies in diverse campus and community settings. Contact: digitalunion@osu.edu
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DENTISTRY OFFERS FREE ORAL CANCER SCREENINGS TODAY

In support of Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week, the College of Dentistry is offering free oral cancer screenings to the public from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. today (4/20) in the second floor Oral Cancer Clinic in Postle Hall. No appointment is necessary. Clinic parking information details are available online. Contact: 292-5574

ROTC CADETS FEATURED ON HISTORY CHANNEL TONIGHT

Ohio State Army ROTC Cadets will be on the History Channel’s popular television program “Mail Call,” due to air at 10 p.m. today (4/20). The episode will detail the U.S. Army’s ROTC program as a whole, with special emphasis and footage given to the Buckeye Battalion. ROTC is one source of officers for the Army and accounts for more than 70 percent of the total commissioned. The Buckeye Battalion supplies approximately 25 of the best and brightest to the ranks each year. OSU’s ROTC program started in the 1870s. Contact: 292-6075. Read More >

TOOLS FOR EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH WORKSHOP APRIL 23

Faculty & TA Development is sponsoring, in partnership with the Center for the Study of Teaching and Writing, Teaching Enhanced Learning and Research, and University Libraries, several teaching enhancement workshops. The next session, “Tools for Educational Research: Human Subjects and SoTL” will take place from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday (4/23) in 150 Younkin Center. No registration is required. Faculty, TAs and staff can register online. Walk-ins are also welcome.

EXQUISITE ART OF GROWING OLD APRIL 24

“The Exquisite Art of Growing Old: Writing Our Lives 2007,” a live art performance by Howling at the Moon will take place at 4 p.m. Tuesday (4/24) at the Wexner Center Film and Video Theater. A reception will follow. Howling At The Moon is a company of eight women artists over 60 who write and perform their lives in live art readings. The event is sponsored by The Women’s Place, President’s Council on Women, Department of Women’s Studies, Office of Women’s Services/Multicultural Center, and the Association of Faculty and Professional Women. Contact: 292-3960. Read More >

BUFFINGTON TO DISCUSS INDOOR CATS APRIL 24

Tony Buffington, OSU professor of veterinary clinical sciences and expert on cat wellness, will present a free lecture on tips and techniques for keeping your indoor cat happy and avoiding stress-induced behavioral problems, at 7 p.m. Tuesday (4/24) at the WOSU-TV studio at COSI. The lecture will be recorded for later broadcast. Seating is limited. RSVP to 292-1171 or weber.254@osu.edu. Learn more about the Indoor Cat Initiative.

EVENTS RECOGNIZE APRIL AS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH

Counseling and Consultation Service has scheduled the following campus events to recognize April as Suicide Prevention Month:
- Coping with Distressed Students, for faculty, staff and teaching assistants. The first program is noon-12:30 p.m. Tuesday (4/24) in 300 Younkin Success Center; the second is from 4:30-5 p.m. Thursday (4/26) in 150 Younkin Success Center.
- Men in Blue: Kickin’ S: Real men tackling their second leading cause of death. For undergraduate and graduate men; from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday (4/25) at 150 Younkin Success Center. Refreshments will be served. For either event, contact: escoto.2@osu.edu
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HEALTHY FAST FOOD, SNACKS WORKSHOP APRIL 25

Advising and Academic Services is hosting a workshop, “Healthy Fast Food/Healthy Snacks” from noon-1:30 p.m. Wednesday (4/25) in 352 Denney Hall. The workshop is presented by Melissa Kalb, OSU Faculty and Staff Wellness Program. All are invited to attend. Seating is limited - RSVP to Falasca.8@osu.edu to confirm your attendance.

UDALL 5K TO AFFECT CAMPUS TRAFFIC SATURDAY

The Morris K. Udall 5K is expected to affect campus traffic briefly on Saturday (4/21). Registration is at 1 p.m.; the race begins at 2 p.m. Campus road closures are 12th Avenue at College and College between 11th and 12th during the start of the race only. Read More >

WEIGHT WATCHERS AT WORK MEETING APRIL 23

The Lincoln Tower Weight Watchers at Work group open meeting will take place from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday (4/23) in 202 Lincoln Tower. All are welcome to attend. The next 10-week session begins Monday (4/30). Meetings are every Monday at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $100 for 10 sessions; new members also pay a one-time $10 enrollment fee. Weight Watchers at Work requires payment for all meetings in advance at the first meeting. For those enrolled in the OSU Health Plan, 50 percent of dues are reimbursable. Contact: 292-8392 or saffell.10@osu.edu

CAMPUS BLOOD DRIVE SET FOR APRIL 24

The American Red Cross will conduct a blood drive from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday (4/24) in front of Hitchcock Hall. If you donated on or before Tuesday (2/27), you are eligible to donate again. The Red Cross will have two buses parked at Hitchcock Hall to accommodate all those wishing to donate blood. To schedule an appointment, contact 251-1451 or visit www.givelife.org and use the sponsor code: buckeyes.